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Reported American Cryptic Animals and Creatures: Popular Cryptids and Eerie Animals of Folklore and Legend

In: Cryptozoology

By: Thomas Wyatt

Feral Cat Debbie's Best Christmas Gift to a Lady: Among Animals’ Psychic Abilities is Sensing their own Imminent Death

In: Paranormal

By: Feature Writer Jill Stefko

What is New Age Meditation? Spiritual and Metaphysical Ways to Meditate

In: Meditation

By: Feature Writer Janis Masyk-Jackson

Are Baptists Protestants? The History and Doctrines of Anabaptists and Protestants Compared

In: Baptist Church

By: Mathew Seiller

William James and Mysticsm: Defining the Mystical Experience

In: Philosophy

By: Nathaniel Moya

Do You Believe In Ghosts? Are Ghosts The Same as Spirits? How Does One Know?

In: Ghosts & Hauntings

By: Sandy McCollum

Looking Beyond the Bystander Effect: The California Rape Had Participants as Well as Witnesses

In: Psychology

By: Elizabeth Harrington

When Perfectionism Becomes Painful: How to Stop Being a Perfectionist and Accept Yourself

In: Personal Development

By: Gini Grey

Spiritual Retreats Improve Health, Performance: Restorative Escapes for Renewal, Inner Peace, Harmony, Strength

In: Spiritual Growth

By: Linda Ashar

Wiccan Symbols and Their Significance: Understand Signs Intuitively for Wiccan Spells and Rituals

In: Paganism/Wicca

By: Feature Writer Joanne E. Brannan

Black Mirrors and Crystal Balls for Divination: How to Scry and Open the Inner Eye

In: Paganism/Wicca

By: Feature Writer Joanne E. Brannan

Were Fort Hood Killings Religiously Motivated? Nidal Malik Hasan, Muslim Faith, Islam, Religious Intolerance?

In: Religious Persecution

By: Aimee Larsen Stoddard

St. Martin's Day: The Life of a Man Who Helped the Poor is Celebrated on November 11

In: Catholic Practices

By: Kate Rodriguez

Remembering the Lessons of Kristallnacht: The Jewish People's Memorial to the Night of Broken Glass

In: Judaism

By: Feature Writer Jan Lee

Preserving Funeral Flowers: Keeping the Memories of Departed Loved Ones Alive

In: Improving Relationships

By: Marka Charalambous

Online Bible Courses: Paid and Free Internet Biblical Studies Taught by Seminary Profs

In: Bible Studies

By: Rebecca Livermore

Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome: Traumatic Events can Destroy the Feeling of Safety

In: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

By: Debbie Roome

New Year Celebrations Around the World: From January 1st to Chinese New Year, Its a Time For Celebration

In: Religious Tolerance

By: Lynda Osborne

Labyrinths in Modern Life: Prayer Labyrinths Are Returning to Religious and Cultural Life

In: Spiritual Growth

By: Mary Beth Miller

The Saints as Modern Role Models: Teaching Virtue, Courage, and Humility to Post-Modern Children

In: Catholic Saints

By: Feature Writer Michael Streich

Vampires of Sixteenth Century Silesia: Three Written Accounts of the Undead – Legend or Fact?

In: Paranormal

By: Feature Writer Jill Stefko

Jewish Holidays: Chanukah: American Jews Celebrate Chanukah with a Modern Spin

In: Jewish Practices

By: Laura Bernell

Secondary Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Defining, preventing and treating Compassion Fatigue

In: Counseling

By: Beth Ellen

Most Haunted Places in America: America's Best Places for Ghost Tours and Paranormal Activity

In: Ghosts & Hauntings

By: Thomas Wyatt

What Causes Low Self Esteem? Abusive Parents and Substance Abuse Can Lower Mental Resilience

In: Personality/Anxiety/Mood Disorders

By: Scott Hayden

Keeping your Faith While in College: Tips for Growing in Christ at School

In: Spiritual Growth

By: Kenneth Burchfiel

Does Religion Make You Live Longer: A Mixed Point of View

In: Philosophy

By: Gaurav Bhatia

For Holiday Spirit Santa Claus Knows Best: The Gift of Holiday Giving Through Volunteering Benefits Everyone

In: Personal Development

By: Feature Writer Tricia Spencer

Haunted Sites In Cheshire: Where To Look For Ghosts In the Region

In: Ghosts & Hauntings

By: Allison Isom

LDS Church Organization: Priesthood Keys and Hierarchy in the Mormon Church

In: Mormonism

By: Feature Writer Jenny Evans

Changing With the Times, Growing a Congregation: or 13 Materialistic Reasons to Get Non-Christians to Attend Church

In: Alternative Spirituality

By: Sandy McCollum

LDS Patriarchal Blessings: Getting a Blessing from a Mormon Patriarch

In: Mormonism

By: Feature Writer Jenny Evans

Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Mormonism: LDS Fruits of the Spirit in Mormon Doctrine

In: Mormonism

By: Feature Writer Jenny Evans

What is a Bodhisattva or an Enlightened Being: An Introduction to Bodhisattvas, Vows and Being a Bodhisattva

In: Buddhism/Taoism

By: Feature Writer Prerna Malik

Experiencing Bipolar I and Bipolar II: Definitions, Symptoms and Experiences With the Mental Illness

In: Bipolar Disorder

By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Reasons to Believe in a Supreme Being: Four Classic Arguments for the Existence of God

In: Protestantism

By: Feature Writer Brian Tubbs

Controlling Beliefs That Hold People Back: Imagine what life would be like in a world of unlimited possibilites

In: Self-Awareness

By: Mark Oehlert

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: Bardo Thödol – The Funerary Texts of Tibet

In: Eastern Philosophy

By: Thais Campos

Paul Watzlawick's Third Axiom of Communication: Communication Equals Content Plus Relationship

In: Self-Awareness

By: Roxanne Blanford

Using Punishment In Behaviour Modification: Treatment Technique Based On Aversive Stimuli Is Controversial

In: Behavioural Therapy

By: Feature Writer Tracey Lloyd

Unique and Weird New Year's Resolutions: Strange Things That People Resolve For the New Year

In: Changing Personal Habits

By: Feature Writer Tricia Edgar

The Law of Attraction and Relationships: Esther and Jerry Hicks’ New Book, The Vortex, Takes on Relationships

In: Spiritual Growth

By: Feature Writer Amanda Woods

Evolutionary Based Theories of Self-Esteem: Similarities, Differences of Sociometer & Terror Management Theory

In: Psychology

By: Feature Writer Tracey Lloyd

Terror Management Theory of Self Esteem: Fear of Death Leads To Undertaking Culturally Acceptable Behaviour

In: Psychology

By: Feature Writer Tracey Lloyd

Sociometer Theory of Self-Esteem: Internal Monitoring System Measuring Social Inclusion and Exclusion

In: Psychology

By: Feature Writer Tracey Lloyd

Cleansing the Energy of Purchased Items: Cleanse Energies from Store Bought or Used Metaphysical Tools

In: Pagan/Wiccan Practice

By: Jessica Kolifrath

Transformational Life Coaching: An Alternative to Traditional Personal Coaching

In: Personal Development

By: Wendy Ponte

Prayers for November: Honoring Veterans Day, Grace before Thanksgiving Dinner, and More

In: Protestantism

By: Melissa Roberts

Prayers for Winter: Prayer for Road Safety, Blessing the Holiday Shopping, and More

In: Protestantism

By: Melissa Roberts

Cultivating the Seed of Self-Esteem: Focusing and Building on Strengths for Peak Performance

In: Personal Development

By: Joseph Wilner

Fighting Fair In Relationships: How to Resolve Conflicts to Achieve a Stronger Bond

In: Couples Counselling

By: Rachel Walton

Buddha Amitayus, Bestower of Longevity: In Tibetan Buddhism, this Buddha’s Mantra Ensures a Long Life

In: Buddhism/Taoism

By: Lubna Huq

How to Enjoy a Good Sleep: Nighttime Rest Can Offer More than Basic Health Benefits

In: Developing Personal Interests

By: Michael Falcone

What is Chaos Magic? A Modern Magical Tradition That Uses Other Religion's Practices

In: Occultism

By: Jessica Kolifrath

Have Aliens Visited Earth Before? Ancient UFOs and Alien Life Contact

In: UFO/Aliens

By: Feature Writer Janis Masyk-Jackson

Self Identity through Ho'oponopono: Taking Responsibility and Solving Problems

In: Personal Development

By: Carol Wiley

New Monasticism – Life on the Margins of Society: Intentional Christian Communities Focusing on Reconciliation

In: Protestantism

By: Melissa Reginelli

Needle Phobia in Blood-Injection-Injury DSM-IV: Fear, Avoidance of Needles, Doctors, Dentists, and Medical Settings

In: Phobias/Anxiety

By: Aimee Larsen Stoddard

All About Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Severe Cases of the Winter Blues May be a Sign of SAD

In: Psychology

By: Anja Pujic

What is a Non-Denominational Church? A Home for Worship for Christians with No Denomination

In: Protestantism

By: Feature Writer Denise Oliveri

Sleepwalking and Creative Projects: Things to Consider Before Creating Art During Sleep

In: Developing Personal Interests

By: Scott Fogdall

Practices of Native American Sweat Lodges: What Happens During a Traditional Sweat Lodge Ceremony?

In: Alternative Spirituality

By: Aimee Larsen Stoddard

Treating Bipolar DIsorder: How to Lessen the Effects of the Mental Illness

In: Bipolar Disorder

By: Tamara Frank

Defining Bipolar Disorder: An Overview of the Psychological Illness

In: Bipolar Disorder

By: Tamara Frank

Following the Purpose Driven Life: Forty Days of Challenge and Change with Rick Warren

In: Protestantism

By: Rosemary Gemmell

Words of Sympathy Following a Death: How to Write a Letter of Condolence After the Loss of a Loved One

In: Personal Development

By: Theresa D. Young

Reading Through the Bible in a Year Easily: One Year Bibles Offer a Daily Bible Study Plan That Really Works

In: Bible Studies

By: Sharon Perkins

What is Relocation Astrology? A Method of Determining the Best Locations for Travel or Living

In: Astrology

By: Jessica Kolifrath

Depression Help for Stay-at-Home Moms: How to Stop Feeling Depressed for Dissatisfied and Isolated Mothers

In: Psychology

By: Feature Writer Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Tales of the Mahabharata: The Philosophy Behind the Final Journey of Yudhisthira

In: Hindu Mythology

By: Thais Campos

Protestantism's Continuing Need for Reformation: From Roman Catholicism to Modernism to Postmodernism

In: Protestantism

By: Edwin Vargas

Profile of Hindu Saint Anandamayi Ma: The First Female Spiritual Guru of Modern India

In: Eastern Philosophy

By: Ripa Ajmera

Ethical Materialism: A Behavior-Based Moral Code

In: Ethics & Relationships

By: Bharat Bhatia

Taurus and Virgo Love Match: Personality Compatibility Between the Earth Signs

In: Astrological Sun Signs

By: Feature Writer Brenna Coleman

Astrology – Moon in Gemini: Personality Traits Associated with the Lunar Sign of the Twins

In: Astrology

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

The Spiritual Side of Yoga: An Inspirational Approach to Healing

In: Eastern Philosophy

By: Ripa Ajmera

Astrology – Moon in Taurus: Personality Traits Associated with the Lunar Sign of the Bull

In: Astrology

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

ProAstro's Free Spiritual Tools and Services: Tarot and Rune Readings, Astrology, Horoscopes, and More

In: New Age Beliefs

By: Jessica Kolifrath

The Christmas Celebration: Winter Solstice History And Customs

In: Catholic Mass & Holy Days

By: David Katski

How to Best Cope With Grief During the Holidays: Stories About Ways to Celebrate Lost Loved Ones

In: Spiritual Growth

By: June Smith

What is the True Meaning of Advent in 2009? Is it all About Children's Calendars?

In: Catholic Mass & Holy Days

By: Paul Forrest

Physical Exercises that Boost Prana or Ki: Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Tibetan Rites & Mindful Eating Increase Chi

In: New Age

By: Feature Writer Subha Ekambaram

The Power of Transcendence: Biology and the Fifth Brain

In: Alternative Spirituality

By: Feature Writer Mary Desaulniers

How to do Automatic Writing with Meditation: Meditating to Connect with Spirits and Break Writers Block

In: Meditation

By: Feature Writer Janis Masyk-Jackson

Feeling Depressed About the Downturn? In the Long Run, the Recession May Improve Quality of Life

In: Psychology

By: Elizabeth Harrington

Astrology – Moon in Aries: Personality Traits Associated with the Lunar Sign of the Ram

In: Astrology

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

Fear Appeals In Health Promotion Interventions: Emotive Images and Perceived Threat May Encourage Behavior Change

In: Behavioural Therapy

By: Feature Writer Tracey Lloyd

Astrology – The Moon's Influence on Personality: Lunar Astrological Influences in the Natal Zodiac

In: Astrology

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

Destiny Tarot Offers Free Online Card Readings: Interactive Tarot Readings by Destiny Are Fun, But Have Flaws

In: Tarot Card Reading

By: Jessica Kolifrath

How Do Jews Acknowledge Thanksgiving? Is the Secular Turkey Day a Jewish Tradition?

In: Judaism

By: Feature Writer Jan Lee

Couple Prayers for the Death of a Loved One: When Words Fail, Praying Can Start the Healing of Grieving Hearts

In: Spiritual Growth

By: Mistie Shaw

Homemade Pagan Yule Presents: Gifts - Pasta Wreaths, Box Tops, Plastic Wreaths and Snowflakes

In: Paganism/Wicca

By: Feature Writer Jill Stefko

Pagan Yule Presents – Faux Leather Containers: Unique Authentic-Looking Inexpensive Gifts Easy to Create

In: Paganism/Wicca

By: Feature Writer Jill Stefko

The Won Thing by Peggy McColl: Discover the "One" Secret to Life Fulfillment

In: Self-Awareness

By: Alice Landry

How to Meet A Pagan: Four Ways to Attract a Like-minded Person Into Your Life

In: Paganism/Wicca

By: Sharon Maynard

The Role Of Myth As Truth: How Contradictory Myths Can Both Be True

In: Religious Tolerance

By: John Bartels

Visualization in Self-Hypnosis: Using Images and the Five Senses For Self-Help

In: Hypnotherapy

By: Catherine Chadwick

The Significance of the Mezuzah in Judaism: Jewish Custom Comes Straight From the Bible

In: Jewish Practices

By: Jennifer Maxwell

Scientology – Religion Or Cult? France's Cult-Fighting Unit Finds Scientology Fraudulent

In: Religious Leaders in the News

By: Kaitlin Ugolik

Effective Time Management Tips: Personal Management Strategies to Accomplish Important Goals

In: Changing Personal Habits

By: Muxin Li